Monument record MHG55897 - Shieling or shelter - Sand, Gairloch

Summary

The remains of a possible shieling or shelter were noted at Sand, Gairloch, during a walkover survey in 2008 prior to an OHL replacement scheme.

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Grid reference Centred NG 9107 9110 (11m by 11m)
Map sheet NG99SW
Geographical Area ROSS AND CROMARTY
Operational Area ROSS SKYE AND LOCHABER
Civil Parish GAIRLOCH

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The remains of a possible shieling or shelter were noted at Sand, Gairloch, during a walkover survey by C Dagg in 2008 prior to an OHL replacement scheme between Aultbea and Dundonnell. It comprised two courses of rubble walling extending 1.5m south from a large glacial erratic boulder. It may have been associated with the pre-crofting township. <1>

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  • --- Text/Report/Environmental Statement: Dagg, C. & Ash Design & Assessment. 2008. Aultbea to Dundonnell 33kV Overhead Distribution Line Upgrade: Environmental Statement: Vol 1: Written Statement: Chapter 6 Cultural Heritage. ASH Design and Assessment. . Digital.

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Record last edited

Dec 16 2014 3:37PM

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